Woodland, CA · Yolo County · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Woodland, California

Known as the county seat of Yolo County since 1862, Woodland has long served as the commercial and agricultural heart of one of California's most productive farming regions. By the early 20th century, the city earned its identity as an agribusiness center, anchored by a sugar beet refinery, rice mills, and tomato cannery that processed the rich harvests of the surrounding valley. Today Woodland remains a vital hub for the agricultural trade that built it. Find top-rated, CCLD-licensed child care centers in Woodland, CA. We scored each California-licensed childcare center across 11 real dimensions — safety, curriculum, arts & music, infant care, kindergarten readiness and more. Scores drawn from major public review platforms and parent communities — not center marketing.

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1

Woodland Haven Preschool

1738 Cottonwood St, Woodland, CA 95695

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD LicensedMontessori-Reggio-Waldorf Inspired

6.4/ 10

Safety

6

Curriculum

7

Art/Music

7

Infant care

4

K-ready

5

Teachers

7

Compassion

8

Mgmt

6

Culture

8

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

6

Strengths

Licensed nonprofit educational center inspired by Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf practices -- rare triple-philosophy approach in Yolo County
School day Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm with extended care from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Capacity 52; CCLD license 574500624; openings confirmed as recently as early 2026
Curriculum emphasizes child-led exploration, nature, arts, and community -- strong fit for Woodland families

Considerations

No infant care; preschool-age focus
Montessori/Waldorf approach may not suit families seeking more structured academic preparation

2

Alphabet Soup Childcare

1210 Commerce Ave Ste 4, Woodland, CA 95776

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD LicensedZoo-Phonics Curriculum

5.9/ 10

Safety

7

Curriculum

6

Art/Music

5

Infant care

6

K-ready

5

Teachers

6

Compassion

6

Mgmt

6

Culture

6

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

6

Strengths

CCLD license 573621485: five consecutive annual inspections with ZERO citations (2022-2026) -- best safety record among Woodland centers researched
Serves ages 6 weeks through 12 years; zoo-phonics preschool curriculum; locally owned and operated since 1994
All caregivers undergo background checks and specialized training; Monday-Friday 6:45 am to 6:00 pm
Infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age programs under one roof

Considerations

Does not participate in subsidized child care programs
Capacity only 28 -- very small; enrollment likely limited with waitlist possible

3

YMCA of Superior California -- Yolo Preschool

1300 College St, Woodland, CA 95695

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD LicensedYMCA Network

5.7/ 10

Safety

6

Curriculum

6

Art/Music

5

Infant care

4

K-ready

5

Teachers

6

Compassion

7

Mgmt

6

Culture

7

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

5

Strengths

Operated by YMCA of Superior California; licensed since December 1982; facility number 570305378; capacity 69 children
YMCA's early learning program integrates character development with school readiness
Strong institutional backing of YMCA brand; Monday-Friday schedule; well-established in the Woodland community

Considerations

Part-day preschool structure typical of YMCA programs; full-day care availability requires direct inquiry
No infant care; preschool-age focus

4

Catalyst Kids -- Gibson

312 Gibson Rd, Woodland, CA 95695

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD Licensed0 Citations 3 Consecutive InspectionsBefore & After School

5.7/ 10

Safety

6

Curriculum

6

Art/Music

6

Infant care

4

K-ready

5

Teachers

6

Compassion

6

Mgmt

7

Culture

6

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

5

Strengths

Zero citations on three consecutive CCLD inspections (January 2024, December 2024, February 2026) -- perfect recent regulatory record; strongest compliance record of any Woodland center researched
California State subsidized child care accepted -- one of the few Woodland centers offering subsidy to qualifying families
CCLD license 573615663; active since February 2009; capacity 24; open Monday-Friday 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Operated by Catalyst Kids -- well-established nonprofit child development organization serving California since 1969
Before and after school programs include homework support, STEM clubs, creative arts, and healthy habits -- structured enrichment beyond basic care
CCLD license 573600620 (separate license for larger 74-child Gibson location at same address) -- dual-licensed presence on campus provides scale and flexibility

Considerations

School-age program focus (before/after school) -- limited to school-age children; confirm preschool-age availability directly
Capacity 24 (primary license) -- limited slots; contact early especially for school-year enrollment
No infant program

5

St. Luke's Preschool

Woodland, CA 95695

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD LicensedFaith-Based

5.5/ 10

Safety

6

Curriculum

6

Art/Music

5

Infant care

4

K-ready

5

Teachers

6

Compassion

7

Mgmt

5

Culture

6

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

5

Strengths

CCLD-licensed child care center; phone (530) 662-1853; established preschool and nursery school programs
Faith-based (Lutheran) setting offering infant and day care programs; serves infants and preschool-age children
Church-based accountability and community ties in central Woodland

Considerations

Faith-based environment may not suit all families
Full address, capacity, hours, and enrollment details require direct contact at (530) 662-1853

6

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool

Woodland, CA 95695

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD LicensedFaith-Based

5.5/ 10

Safety

6

Curriculum

6

Art/Music

5

Infant care

4

K-ready

5

Teachers

6

Compassion

7

Mgmt

5

Culture

6

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

5

Strengths

CCLD-licensed child care center in Woodland; phone (530) 662-1935
Lutheran church-operated preschool with long community presence in Woodland
Faith-based environment with structured preschool programming

Considerations

Faith-based (Lutheran) setting may not suit all families
Full address, capacity, hours, and age range require direct contact at (530) 662-1935

7

Great Day Presbyterian Preschool

Woodland, CA 95695

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD LicensedFaith-Based

5.5/ 10

Safety

6

Curriculum

6

Art/Music

5

Infant care

4

K-ready

5

Teachers

6

Compassion

7

Mgmt

5

Culture

6

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

5

Strengths

CCLD-licensed child care center; phone (530) 662-8575; Presbyterian church-based preschool
Faith-integrated early childhood education in a community-centered Woodland setting
Church governance provides built-in organizational accountability

Considerations

Faith-based (Presbyterian) environment may not suit all families
Full address, capacity, hours, and enrollment information require direct contact at (530) 662-8575

8

Beamer State Preschool

Woodland, CA 95695

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD LicensedCalifornia State Preschool

5.5/ 10

Safety

6

Curriculum

6

Art/Music

5

Infant care

4

K-ready

5

Teachers

6

Compassion

6

Mgmt

6

Culture

6

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

5

Strengths

California State Preschool program; CCLD-licensed; phone (530) 662-1769; capacity 24
State preschool accountability and curriculum standards; income-eligible access for qualifying families
Woodland Joint USD affiliation ensures credentialed staff and curriculum oversight

Considerations

Income-eligibility requirements may limit access
Part-day only; not suitable for full-time working parent childcare needs

9

St. John's Preschool & Childcare Center

434 Cleveland St, Woodland, CA 95695

Licensed Child Care Center

CCLD Licensed

5.3/ 10

Safety

4

Curriculum

6

Art/Music

5

Infant care

5

K-ready

5

Teachers

6

Compassion

6

Mgmt

5

Culture

6

Class sizes

0

Extracurriculars

5

Strengths

Licensed since May 1995; CCLD license 573600895; capacity 75 children -- one of the largest in Woodland
Yelp 10 reviews; parents note the center is 'trying very hard to provide quality service' and listening to parent feedback
Long operating history in Woodland provides community roots and established enrollment base

Considerations

CCLD license 573600895: Type A citation issued at April 2026 inspection citing codes 101223(a)(3) and 101223(a)(1) -- review full report at ccld.dss.ca.gov
Most recent citation is recent (April 2026) -- warrants inquiry before enrolling
Does not participate in subsidized child care programs

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